These are add-ons for the original consoles, Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 respectively, that will ultimately mean new motion controlled gaming and extra fun for the entire family! (you can buy the motion sensors alone or in bundles with the main consoles)
What Do The Kinect and Move Do?
Because the technology is so new, it helps to find out a little more
about what these controllers actually do before you consider buying them
as gifts.
Both options work to create a new in-game experience that means even the slightest movements are picked up. This is similar to the Nintendo Wii, but goes much further.
Both options work to create a new in-game experience that means even the slightest movements are picked up. This is similar to the Nintendo Wii, but goes much further.
Xbox 360 Kinect:
The Kinect was first known as "Project
Natal" and is designed without a controller. It actually senses
movements (through a senor bar) from your whole body to control what's
happening on the screen.
Kinect Sensor with Kinect Adventures
Includes "Kinect Adventures!" and token
codes for downloadable versions of "Gunstringer" and "Fruit Ninja
Kinect" (requires broadband internet connection to redeem)
Sony Playstation Move:
This does make use of a controller,
but is extremely sophisticated and can sense a wide range of movements.
It also makes use of a navigation controller with directional pad.
Get the Move Controller System
Includes a copy of the Multiplayer PlayStation Move game, Sports Champions
Different Purchase Options
If you're looking to buy either of
these motion sensors for your teen or tween or yourself, then you have
a few different purchase options. Both can be bought without the
consoles (if you already own them), in which case the Move costs around
$100 which is R1020 on the South African market for all of the separate items, and Kinect costs $150 which is about R1530.00 Which is a whole lot more expensive than the Sony move.
PS3 plus Move Bundled System
The PlayStation Move 320 GB console
bundle is the ultimate way for players to discover the extreme power,
versatility and sensitivity of both the PlayStation 3 and the
PlayStation Move motion controlled gaming system. The bundle consists of
a slim designed PlayStation 3 console, with the massive 320 GB hard
drive configuration, a DualShock 3 wireless controller, a PlayStation
Eye camera peripheral, a PlayStation Move motion controller and a copy
of the PlayStation Move game, Sports Champions. Together these
components provide all the pieces necessary to fully experience the
advanced motion controlled gaming only possible with the Move system, as
well as the wider world of digital entertainment available with the
PlayStation 3.
XBox 360 plus Kinect Bundle
The Xbox 360 4GB Console with Kinect.
Kinect brings games and entertainment to life in extraordinary new ways -
no controller required. Easy to use and instantly fun, Kinect gets
everyone off the couch moving, laughing and cheering. See a ball? Kick
it. Control an HD movie with a wave of the hand. Want to join a friend
in the fun? Simply jump in. Wi-Fi is built-in for easier connection to
the world of entertainment on Xbox LIVE, where HD movies and TV stream
in an instant. Xbox 360 is more games, entertainment and fun.
Who Should You Buy The Kinect and Move For?
The Kinect and Move are aimed at both
seasoned and casual gamers. Much like the Nintendo Wii, these motion
controllers have the ability to get anyone involved, whether they
usually like playing video games or not. That said, the Kinect is said
to be more family-oriented than the Move - but it all depends on which
console your recipient already owns. They'll already need to have the
console for these accessories to work.
Should You Buy The Kinect or Move?
Although these are both technically classed as "controllers" or "accessories" for existing consoles, they don't come cheap. They are a huge upgrade to previous technology, with the ability to completely change gaming, which comes with a price tag to match.That said, Kinect and Move are almost guaranteed to provide hours of fun for your teens and tweens, Even better, they will allow the whole family to join in! Just make sure that your teen already has the relevant console, or buy the console bundle alongside the controller.
It's obviously totally up to you which console and accessories you choose.
Happy gaming.
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